Connie B. Butkowski-Fraley (nee: Ward)
Elyria – Connie B. Butkowski-Fraley (nee: Ward), 68, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at her home in Elyria, OH. She was born on June 26, 1956 in Holden, WV.
She was a graduate of Lorain High School class of 1974. Connie worked at Community Health Partners as a Billing Clerk for 23 years.
She is survived by her sister, Pamela Roe; 3 children, Ben (Valerie) Butkowski, Laura Butkowski, and Justin Butkowski; and grandchildren, Jordan Butkowski, Nicholas Butkowski, Luke Butkowski, Katherine Hush, Noah Godfrey, Emily Vogel, and Elizabeth Butkowski
Lynn Marie Donohue, 64 of Lorain died Thursday, March 20 at Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer.
She was born on March 12, 1961 in Lorain to David and Marcia (Karolak) Donohue.
Lynn attended Centerville High School and after graduation in 1979 moved back to Lorain, attended Lorain Community College and graduated with a degree in Computer Science. She attended Akron University and received a Bachelor Degree in Education. Her first teaching assignment was Hawthorn-Boone Elementary, then Garfield Elementary, and finally Mason Elementary.
The one joy in her life w
Maria M. Munoz-Torres, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Lorain, OH on March 11, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Munoz; daughter, Carol Peplin and Lucy Munoz.
She is survived by her brother, Joseph Ramirez; son, Ray (Diane) Munoz; daughters, Vicki (Otha) Coates and Sandra (George) Cruz; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home, 2150 Broadway, Lorain, OH on Friday, March 14, 2025 from 3:30 PM until 7:00 PM with rosary prayers beginning at 5:30 PM and a prayer and remembrance servi
Johnathan Francis Butler Jr.
Lorain-Jonathan Francis Butler Jr. left this world on March 3, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on May 7, 1990, in Sandusky, Ohio, Jonathan's early years were filled with the joy and laughter that would become his hallmark.
After graduating from Vermilion High School, Jonathan began to forge his path in the world. His natural talent and passion for mechanics led him to a fulfilling career as a technician with JDB Now, where he spent two years mastering his craft. Jonathan had a gift for working on anything with a motor, and had this ability to diagnose and fix even
Camillo P. "Jack" Tocchi, a cherished member of the Lorain community and a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Avon, Ohio, at the age of 94. Born in Lorain, OH, on August 29, 1930, Jack grew up with a strong sense of community and a deep love for his country, which would guide him through a life of service and dedication.
Jack's early years were marked by his education at Clearview High School, where he laid the foundation for a life of hard work and perseverance. After his schooling, he bravely served in the United States Army, where he uphel
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Ann (Williams) Del Principe on February 13, 2025. Born in Lorain, Ohio on November 9, 1936, she graced this world with her vibrant spirit and unwavering love for her family. Marilyn spent her life in her beloved hometown, making a home and creating countless memories for all who were fortunate to know her. She was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy, class of 1955. Helen Keller once said, "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." This quote embodied Marilyn's
Marilyn Murphy Butchko, 84, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Daughter of Frank and Anna (Judge) Murphy, Marilyn was born on October 14, 1940. She was a lifelong Lorain resident and a graduate of St. Mary’s High School, Class of 1958. She worked at Lorain City Schools, Joseph and Feiss, and the Renaissance Hotel. Best known as Nana, Marilyn was a homemaker, being the best mom to her girls and Nana to all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all of their friends who met her. Nana was a natural caretaker and missed her babies as her grandchildren went off t
Nelma Jane Mesenger
“Jane”
Nelma Jane Mesenger, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 10, 2025 with her loving family by her side.
She was born on December 30, 1934 in Ramp, W.V. to her loving parents, Robert and Laura (nee Dick) Cales.
Jane attended Sandstone High School in Sandstone, W.V. and she married her beloved husband on November 21, 1953.
She devoted her life to her family, home and her faith. Jane enjoyed attending services at Church of God in Sheffield, OH, and sharing in fellowship. At her home, she loved cooking and baking for her family and enjoyed
With a heart full of love and a spirit as radiant as the dawn she was named after, we celebrate the unforgettable life of Dawn Marie McKinney. Dawn was born on November 8, 1978, in Amherst, Ohio, to her devoted parents, CarolAnn and the late Albert Thomas. She spent her life in the embrace of Ohio, living in Vermilion, Amherst, Shiloh, Lorain before finally setting her roots in Sheffield Township. It was here she built a warm, welcoming home, where she resided until her untimely passing on February 1, 2025.
Maya Angelou once said, "I sustain myself with the love of family," and for Dawn, thes
